With Pimsleur Italian 1 (Second Edition, Revised) you can learn the Italian language by using everyday phrases and spoken words. Instead of slowing the process down by learning the vocabulary, grammar, and writing aspects of the language before getting into speaking; Pimsleur allows you to listen to common phrases and everyday Italian to learn every element as fast and efficient as possible. Pimsleur will give you more proficiency and confidence in speaking a new language than the old "academic" way.